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The decision is part of a growing backlash against symbols of the Confederacy following last week's racially motivated mass shooting at a black church in South Carolina.

In his new book, Scott Sherman describes how bottom-line business logic nearly gutted New York's preeminent public library. Maureen Corrigan calls it a "slim, smart book" full of colorful characters.

In a story told with the help of dolls and circus characters, Americana's beloved ruffian couple reminds us to love each other's ripped patches and lumps.

Jindal joins a crowded Republican field, and polls show him trailing the other presidential hopefuls.

"I am sorry for the lives that I've taken, for the suffering that I've caused you, for the damage that I've done," Dzhokhar Tsarnaev said.

The justices are scheduled to rule on two landmark cases in the next few days – same-sex marriage and the Affordable Care Act.

The Harlem Renaissance opera Voodoo has not been performed since 1928. A Columbia University researcher rediscovered the score, and now the Harlem Opera Theater hosts two performances.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration will begin enforcing safe patient handling practices to prevent hospital workers from suffering debilitating injuries.

At least 800 people have died in a heat wave sweeping through Pakistan.

Kelly entered the music industry through TV singing competitions at age 11. Now 22, she visited NPR's DC studios to perform music from her debut album.